The 2004 Darksteel Arcbound Stinger foil trading card, numbered 103, is a distinctive artifact creature entry in the Magic: The Gathering collectible card game.
Arcbound Stinger
2004 • Magic: The Gathering • Darksteel
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Arcbound Stinger, identified by card number 103, is a notable component of the 2004 Darksteel expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This foil variant offers collectors a visually striking version of the card, featuring the distinctive shimmer associated with premium treatments from that era. Designed by Darrell Riche, the card presents an Artifact Creature — Insect with a mana cost of {2} and a mana value of 2. Its gameplay mechanics allow it to enter the battlefield with a +1/+1 counter, providing immediate presence, while its modular ability lets players transfer counters to other artifacts upon its defeat. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering TCG, adding this Darksteel foil to a collection provides a tangible connection to one of the game's most innovative sets. The combination of the foil finish and the unique artifact mechanics makes Arcbound Stinger a compelling item for those who appreciate both the aesthetic and strategic depth of early 2000s card design. Whether used for completing a full set or appreciated as a standalone piece of TCG history, this card represents a significant part of the Darksteel era.
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Arcbound Stinger
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Darrell Riche
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}
Artifact Creature — Insect
0 / 0
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Flying Modular 1 (This creature enters with a +1/+1 counter on it. When it dies, you may put its +1/+1 counters on target artifact creature.)